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Liberty Bank - CT · 3 days ago

Legal Internship

Middletown, CT

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Liberty Bank is committed to investing in its teammates and promoting a sustainable future. The Legal Internship offers law students the chance to work closely with the Office of the General Counsel, providing legal support and gaining exposure to the in-house legal function within the financial services industry.

BankingFinancial Services

Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth research on federal and state banking regulations (such as FDIC guidelines), case law, and emerging financial statutes to provide actionable insights for senior leadership and internal clients

Support the reviewing and drafting of transactional documents, vendor agreements, and service provider contracts to ensure they meet internal compliance and risk standards

Assist in the preparation of corporate records, board meeting materials, and governance documents, while helping to maintain official bank policies and procedures

Monitor and summarize regulatory updates to identify potential impacts on bank operations, and participate in special projects related to litigation support, intellectual property, or process improvements within the legal department

Work closely with the Retail team to review and validate the accuracy of official documents, including but not limited to Powers of Attorney, Conservatorship orders, Estate documents, and Subpoenas. This responsibility involves ensuring that all submitted documentation meets legal and regulatory standards, supporting the Retail team in interpreting complex legal instruments, and providing guidance to internal stakeholders on proper procedures for handling sensitive customer matters

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Legal ResearchContract ManagementRegulatory ComplianceAnalytical SkillsLegal Research ToolsMicrosoft OfficeCommunication SkillsCritical ThinkingOrganizational Skills